The Historic Camden Foundation is a private 501(c)3 non-profit museum whose mission is to protect, preserve, and celebrate Camden’s extraordinary Colonial and Revolutionary War history. 107 acres sit atop the original 18th-century property of the city’s founder Joseph Kershaw and the fortified Revolutionary War-era town occupied by British General Cornwallis and Lord Rawdon’s men from 1780-81. General admission and self-guided tour prices are available on the website. Hours are Tue-Sat: 10am-5pm; Sun: 1-5pm. Closed Mondays and major holidays. Guided tours at 10:30am and 2:30pm.

This former mill village has experienced over 253 years of history. Known as Walker's Mill during the American Revolution, the grist mill and surrounding area were occupied by British troops during the summer of 1780. Later known as White's (early 1800s), it was one of the first fulling mills in the south. Benjamin Dawson Heath created Manetta Mills in 1896 and for almost 100 years made blankets that were sold all over the world under the Cannon and Lady Peppermill names, among others. The 1920s company store is now home to the history center which portrays the "mill village" way of life. Open 9am-noon on Mondays and Wednesdays and 2-5 pm on Sundays. Other times by appointment. No admission is charged, but donations are welcome. Handicap accessible. The annual festival, "Lando Days" is held the first Saturday in October each year. It features a car show, live entertainment, children's activities, street vendors and food for purchase.

This original site of the Yorkville Female Academy (founded in 1852) includes the 500-seat Lowry Family Theater. Noted for its remarkable acoustics, the historic theater has a lovely 1920s ambiance and hosts Culture and Heritage Museums’ annual Southern Sound Series and the Grand Ole McCelvey summer concert series. The mission of the Lowry Family Theater is to present the unique heritage of the Carolina Piedmont through the performing arts while maintaining a quality venue for community enrichment. Check website for concert dates and admission.

Pride in local history prompted the town of Sharon and a historical society to establish the museum in June 2003. In a rural setting the museum offers visitors an insight into local history in 5,000 square feet of exhibit space. Main exhibits include a 1930-1940 country kitchen, an 1860 Yorkville bedroom, an 1890s eclectic dining room and the War Room where veterans of Western York County are honored for their service. Open Saturdays, 10 am–3 pm and other times by appointment. Admission: Adults $5.00, Students $3.00, 12 and under free. Groups welcome. Select genealogical research documents from primarily Western York County. No paid researchers.

This museum highlights the natural history of the Carolina Piedmont and its connections to the rest of the world with award-winning exhibitions and nature-based programs. The Naturalist Center offers a close-up view of over 2,000 specimens., The Settlemyre Planetarium features state-of-the-art digitally projected shows. Playful learning spaces await the youngest visitors, while the Vernon Grant Gallery features changing exhibitions. The Museum Store has a selection of local goods and nature-themed gifts. Outside is a picnic facility and nature trail. Tue–Sat: 10 am–5 pm; Sun: 1–5pm. Admission charged. Group rates available.

The county of Lancaster, South Carolina, sits within the lands once held by the Catawba Indian Nation. The current Catawba Reservation lies about 15 miles from the campus of USC Lancaster. With strong geographical and historical ties to the Catawba, USC Lancaster has begun to develop curricular and public programs focused on Native American art and culture, with a special emphasis on the Catawba and other Native communities in South Carolina. The gardens are a site on the SC Ag + Art Tour. Open Tuesdays through Sundays, and Mondays by appointment. Admission is free.

The Courthouse (c. 1884) with its cupola and mansard roof replaced a Robert Mills Courthouse burned by Sherman. The First Secession meeting in the South was held at this location. Now home to the Chesterfield Visitors Center, it houses the genealogy society, historical society, art gallery, gift shop, museum and Chamber of Commerce office. Mon–Fri: 10 am–4 pm.

This is the heart of the city which includes the historic downtown and the area where Winthrop University, the Textile Corridor and the city's original neighborhoods are found. The streets of Old Town are lined with one-of-a-kind shops and locally owned restaurants serving a variety of cuisine, including "southern comfort" favorites. Acclaimed residential neighborhoods renowned for restored historic homes transition seamlessly into urban living. Arts-inclined and culturally-minded young professionals and empty-nesters alike are immersed in a healthy and diverse arts community engaging in programs at the Center for the Arts and the working artist studios in the Gettys Arts Center. Cultural offerings are supported by a strong arts program at Winthrop University, the York County Library, Fountain Park and the Old Town Amphitheater. The amphitheater hosts a wonderful selection of spirited, family-friendly activities including theater, dance and musical performances. Annual festivals such as ChristmasVille, St. Patrick's Day on Main, and the Blues and Jazz Festival punctuate a year filled with races, parades, fireworks and regular art crawls.

This is a free, self-guided tour of designated farms in South Carolina featuring local artisans and farmer's markets. During this tour visitors will have the opportunity to see first-hand where food comes from, watch artists in action and purchase unique items, dance to the melodies of bluegrass and folksongs, and learn more about rural life. The 2018 Tour will be bigger and better than ever, covering 12 South Carolina counties over 4 weekends of fun! Save the dates and remember, there is no admission fee!

﻿Offering an hour long train ride that can be enjoyed from a first class dining car, a historical passenger car, a caboose with a real cupola or the newly restored open air car; an array of static display cars including the Guinard brick flat car, various diesel engines and Baldwin steam engine 44; a walk through display train featuring the 100 year old Norfolk business car, a Southern Post Office car, Nickle Plate caboose and more; a museum gallery with historical artifacts ranging from signals to photographs and the station gift shop (t-shirts, train hats, whistles, pins, patches and tons of items for the kids and the adult rail fan). Open Saturdays only: June through August, plus special days in September, November/December and March/April (check website for most up to date schedule). The museum/gift shop and ticket office are open Wednesday-Saturday, 10am-4pm, and on scheduled operating Saturdays (including special event days). Online ticket purchases available.

Housed in a beautifully restored 1923 building, the Union County Museum contains a broad collection of the county's history. Amassed over a period of more than one hundred years, artifacts include furniture, farm and textile equipment, pictures, portraits, personal items, several hundred photographs, pottery, glass, textiles, books and extensive archival materials. Every period of the county's history is represented. Included in the Military Exhibit are two of the three Civil War battle flags, which survived the war as the well as the table upon which the Ordinance of Secession was drawn up and signed; Pee Ridge Volunteers and Johnson Rifles which were at Appomattox; several uniforms including those belonging to General Wm. Wallace, General "States Rights" Gist and a veterans uniform; swords, including one made in 1851 at the Palmetto Armory in Columbia; a pistol; books of the period as well as about the period; miscellaneous pictures, and artifacts belonging to Union blockade runners. Gift Shop on premises where books, maps and other items of historical interest are available. An extensive land grant map book can be purchased as well as artwork by local artisans. Many of these items are one-of-a kind and are not available at any other location. Also genealogical research documents covering Union County primarily, with numerous resources from other counties in SC and other states. Limited African-American birth records from Union Community Hospital mid to late 20th century. Hours: Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 10 am-4 pm, 1st and 3rd Saturdays: 1-4 pm. No paid researchers, but staff will perform limited research for a small fee.